1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
